Penicillium digitatum

Context-Dependent Fitness Trade-Offs in Penicillium expansum Isolates Resistant to Multiple Postharvest Fungicides

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This research examines how apples and pears get a fungal disease called blue mold and how the fungus develops resistance to commonly used fungicides. Scientists tested fungus samples that resist different fungicides to see if this resistance makes them weaker. They found that resistant fungus strains do struggle more under stressful laboratory conditions, but remain dangerous during long-term cold storage of fruit, especially when fungicides are present.

PEG-Mediated Protoplast Transformation of Penicillium sclerotiorum (scaumcx01): Metabolomic Shifts and Root Colonization Dynamics

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Scientists developed a new method to genetically modify a fungus called Penicillium sclerotiorum by using protoplasts, which are fungal cells with their protective outer walls removed. They added a glowing green protein (GFP) to track the fungus and discovered that this modification changed how the fungus uses fats and lipids. When they treated tomato seeds with enzymes before exposing them to the modified fungus, it enhanced the fungus’s ability to colonize plant roots, potentially helping plants grow better.

The Biocontrol and Growth-Promoting Potential of Penicillium spp. and Trichoderma spp. in Sustainable Agriculture

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This review examines how two types of beneficial fungi, Penicillium and Trichoderma, can improve crop growth and protect plants from diseases without using chemical pesticides. These fungi work by colonizing plant roots, producing natural compounds that boost plant health, and fighting harmful pathogens. They are affordable, safe, and environmentally friendly alternatives for sustainable farming that can increase yields while reducing the need for synthetic fertilizers and fungicides.

Molecular identification and mycotoxins analysis of some fungal isolates from postharvest decayed apple in Qena, Egypt

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Apples stored after harvest can be infected by blue mold fungi that produce toxic substances called mycotoxins. Researchers in Egypt identified five fungal strains from rotted apples and measured the amounts of two dangerous toxins they produce. The findings show that these fungi can cause significant food safety risks and economic losses, highlighting the need for better storage and handling practices.

PEG-Mediated Protoplast Transformation of Penicillium sclerotiorum (scaumcx01): Metabolomic Shifts and Root Colonization Dynamics

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Scientists developed a new method to genetically modify a beneficial fungus called Penicillium sclerotiorum by removing its cell wall and introducing new genes. They added a glowing green marker (GFP) to track the fungus as it colonizes tomato plant roots. The study shows that enzymatic treatment of seeds significantly improves how well the fungus attaches to roots, potentially helping plants grow better while revealing how the genetic modification affects the fungus’s internal chemistry.

The Biocontrol and Growth-Promoting Potential of Penicillium spp. and Trichoderma spp. in Sustainable Agriculture

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This review explores how two common fungi, Penicillium and Trichoderma, can help crops grow better and resist diseases naturally. These beneficial fungi live in plant roots and soil, providing nutrients, protecting against harmful pathogens, and helping plants cope with environmental stress. They offer an environmentally friendly alternative to chemical pesticides and fertilizers, making them valuable for sustainable agriculture.

First report and diversity analysis of endophytic fungi associated with Ulva sp. from Iran

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Researchers discovered seven species of fungi living inside Ulva seaweed collected from Iran’s coast. This is the first time these fungi have been found living in this type of seaweed in Iran. The fungi were identified using both microscopy and DNA analysis. These findings help us understand the hidden relationships between fungi and marine plants in our oceans.

Antifungal Effect of Chitosan as Ca2+ Channel Blocker

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This research investigated how chitosan, a natural compound derived from shellfish shells, can be used to prevent fruit spoilage caused by fungi. The study found that a specific form of chitosan works better than conventional chemical fungicides by blocking calcium channels that fungi need to survive. This discovery has important real-world implications: • Could lead to safer, natural food preservatives to replace harmful chemical fungicides • May help reduce food waste by preventing fruit spoilage during storage and transport • Provides an environmentally friendly solution for protecting crops • Creates new value for seafood industry waste products • Could reduce exposure to potentially harmful synthetic fungicides in food production

In Vitro Antifungal Activity of Burkholderia gladioli pv. agaricicola Against Some Phytopathogenic Fungi

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This research investigated how a specific bacteria (Burkholderia gladioli) can be used as a natural pesticide to control harmful fungi that damage plants and crops. The bacteria produces natural compounds and enzymes that effectively inhibit the growth of various plant-damaging fungi. Impacts on everyday life: • Provides a natural alternative to chemical pesticides for protecting crops • Could lead to safer and more environmentally friendly farming practices • May help reduce chemical residues in food products • Could improve crop yields while reducing environmental pollution • Demonstrates potential for developing new organic farming solutions

The Biological Action and Structural Characterization of Eryngitin 3 and 4, Ribotoxin-like Proteins from Pleurotus eryngii Fruiting Bodies

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This research examined two proteins found in king trumpet mushrooms that can block protein production in cells. The study revealed how small differences in these proteins’ structures affect their ability to kill cancer cells and harmful fungi. This has important implications for developing new treatments and understanding how mushrooms defend themselves. Impacts on everyday life: • Could lead to new targeted cancer treatments with fewer side effects • May help develop better natural fungicides for agriculture • Improves understanding of medicinal mushroom properties • Contributes to knowledge about food safety of edible mushrooms • May lead to new applications in biotechnology and medicine

Fungal Species: Penicillium digitatum